Drug Charges Archives

On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. posted in Drug Charges on Friday, October 20, 2017.

Drugs are taken very seriously in Virginia and can cause immense problems in a person's life if they are arrested and convicted on drug offenses. Those who are arrested on drug charges in Virginia should remember the potential consequences they are facing and take steps to deal with them. These consequences can include fines, incarceration and long-term problems. There are various levels to drug offenses and these come with various penalties. Taking this seriously is a must.

On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. posted in Drug Charges on Friday, September 29, 2017.

Virginians who are arrested for drug crimes can face a variety of penalties depending on the crime with which they are charged. With drug possession, the level of charges and their corresponding penalties will depend on the drug involved and if the accused individual had a prescription or not. Penalties for a conviction will depend on the violation.

On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. posted in Drug Charges on Friday, August 18, 2017.

Although marijuana is being treated more leniently throughout the U.S., with some states outright legalizing it, it is still against the law in Virginia. A person who is caught with marijuana can face drug possession charges. With these drug offenses, possession with intent to distribute is taken more seriously than simply possessing it. Those who are arrested on these charges should be aware of the penalties they will face in the event of a conviction. Possession with intent to distribute is also referred to under the acronym PWID.

On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. posted in Drug Charges on Wednesday, July 12, 2017.

Virginians arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia or selling these items must understand what these are and the consequences. Drug offenses are diverse, and there are many allegations that can arise from them. If, for example, a person is selling and distributing drugs, it is different from a person who is caught in possession of illegal drugs for his or her own use. Still, there are penalties related with all drug crimes and a defense is vital regardless of its details.

On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. posted in Drug Charges on Thursday, June 22, 2017.

Police in Virginia will be on high alert for those they believe are committing drug crimes, and they won't hesitate to arrest someone who has allegedly possessed or intended to distribute drugs. For example, a teacher from I.C. Norcom High School in Portsmouth, Virginia, was recently denied bond following arrest on multiple drug charges. The 48-year-old teacher, from Chesapeake, was charged following an investigation between Portsmouth Police and the Norfolk Drug Enforcement Agency stemming from multiple occasions of alleged heroin sales in both April and May of this year.

On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. posted in Drug Charges on Thursday, May 11, 2017.

In order for law officials in Virginia to determine that you are manufacturing drugs, they must first catch you in possession of the drugs or equipment to manufacture, and prove that there is an intent to manufacture or cultivate the drugs. This means that owning marijuana seeds or possessing a high quantity of pseudoephedrine, which is used in the production of methamphetamine, may not be enough; they may also need proof such as laboratory equipment to prove that you had an intent to manufacture the drugs as well.

On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. posted in Drug Charges on Thursday, February 2, 2017.

Virginia Beach has seen its share of crimes over the years. From drug distribution to assault and battery, many people in Virginia Beach and surrounding areas have been charged with a crime. However, Virginia Beach's chief of police recently reported that the 2016 crime rate was as low as it was in the mid-1960s. In fact, people's interactions with police have decreased since 2010, as have the number of traffic violations in the area.

On behalf of The Collins Law Firm, P.C. posted in Drug Charges on Friday, December 23, 2016.

Since 2013, marijuana arrests have reduced in Virginia as enforcement officials turn their attention to more pressing issues in the state. According to the Virginia State Police, marijuana arrests and drug charges have dropped by about 14 percent all across the state from 2013 to 2015. The data from this year also shows a decrease.

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